The Usual Susspects (1998 - 2000)

This band played cover songs in different LA clubs (The Cat Club, St. Stephen's Green, Club Scream etc.). Michael described it as very raucous and aggressive rock 'n' roll.

"Steve Jones, who I think is the greatest rock and roll guitarist ever, and I play in a pub, St. Stephen's Green on Wiltshire (in Santa Monica). We are called The Susspects and we play all the Iggy Pop stuff, The Dolls, T Rex, it's unbelievable. Pink hair, full makeup and all the gear, glitter, the whole thing. The audience loves it and it's fun. We know how to play that kind of music."
- Michael, 1999

Band members:

• Michael Des Barres
  
• Steve Jones
  
• David Raven
  
• Jamie James
  
• Mick Rossi